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Ventnor Bay
FreeA sheltered-looking beach on the Isle of Wight's south coast, with bass on the beach and mullet cruising the edges when the sea goes flat calm. Ventnor rewards the patient angler who picks a quiet, settled day.
Access: Free beach fishing from Ventnor Beach and the Esplanade on the south coast of the Isle of Wight
Parking: Pay and display parking along and above the Esplanade at Ventnor
Last updated: 29 September 2026
Species you can expect
| Species | Best season |
|---|---|
| Bass | All_year |
| Mullet | Summer |
Mullet are a calm-sea target here, so watch the forecast and go when the bay is glassy.
Sea fishing needs no rod licence anywhere in the UK - shore, boat or wreck marks are all licence-free.
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